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MERLOT RESERVE
Stagecoach Merlot Reserve   VINTAGE 2002
APPELLATION Napa Valley
VARIETAL Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
VINEYARD Stagecoach
HARVEST DATE 9/24/02 - 10/4/02
MA 6
ALCOHOL 15.5%
UPC CODE 7 28691 72455 4
VINEYARD PROFILE
Our Rabbit Ridge Reserve Merlot was produced from grapes grown on the Stagecoach Vineyard located east of Napa Valley in California.   The high altitude of the Stagecoach Vineyard produces grapes that create a big, rich, vibrant style of Merlot that is both dark and complex.











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WINEMAKER'S COMMENTS
This wine was barrel aged in American, Hungarian and French oak for approximately 19 months. Only 795 cases produced.


TASTING NOTES
Hints of black cherry and chocolate with a spicy, smoky finish.

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Rabbit Ridge Winery & Vineyards
1172 San Marcos Road * Paso Robles, CA 93446 * (805) 467-3331 * (805) 467-3339 fax
www.rabbitridgewinery.com

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